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Asus ROG Gjallar Soundbar Reviewed: Good Audio, Clunky Design
Key points
- Asus launched its first gaming soundbar, the ROG Gjallar.
- It is a 2.1.2 system with a wireless 65W 6.5-inch subwoofer.
- The soundbar features HDMI 2.1 with eARC (4K at 120Hz pass-through).
- Design is described as boxy and not attractive, with limited subwoofer control.
Asus Enters Soundbar Market with ROG Gjallar
Asus has introduced its first soundbar under the ROG gaming lineup, named the ROG Gjallar. This 2.1.2 system includes a wireless 65W 6.5-inch subwoofer and an audio control hub with built-in beam-forming microphones. The soundbar is priced at $600.
Design and Aesthetics
The ROG Gjallar features a compact, boxy, all-black design with a metal grille and a lightbar displaying the Asus ROG logo. Its branding is present but more subtle compared to other ROG products. The design is described as unappealing and basic, resembling a block rather than an aesthetically pleasing device.
Measuring 23.9 inches wide, 3.62 inches deep, and approximately 3.23 inches tall (or nearly 4 inches with stands), the soundbar is relatively compact for a non-gaming soundbar but taller than some other gaming soundbars on the market. The wireless subwoofer measures 14.02 inches.
Audio Features and Control
The soundbar supports HDMI 2.1 with eARC, allowing for 4K at 120Hz pass-through. While the sound quality is noted as good for a soundbar, the subwoofer level can only be adjusted via software. The built-in microphones are deemed useless, and the audio control hub, despite its build quality, lacks expected customization options.
Overall Assessment
The ROG Gjallar offers decent audio performance but is hampered by its clunky and unattractive design. The limited control over the subwoofer and the ineffective microphones detract from the overall user experience, especially given its $600 price point.
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Reporting from
Asus has launched its first gaming soundbar, the ROG Gjallar, a 2.1.2 system with a wireless subwoofer and an audio control hub. While it offers good sound quality for a soundbar, its design is considered clunky and unattractive, with limited customization options for its control hub.